Sarkari Yojana

Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan Yojana

Quick Summary: SUMAN guarantees every pregnant woman, mother and newborn free, dignified and cashless care at public health facilities, covering antenatal visits, delivery, newborn care and transport. Beneficiaries register at their local civil hospital, with grievances handled within 21 days via a toll-free helpline or web portal.

About Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan Yojana

Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan Yojana (SUMAN), a maternity benefit initiative from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, delivers affordable, high-quality healthcare to pregnant women and newborns. It guarantees assured, dignified, respectful and quality healthcare services at zero cost for every pregnant woman, mother, and newborn visiting a public health facility. Objectives of the SUMAN scheme:

  • To achieve zero preventable maternal and newborn deaths.
  • To guarantee assured, free, quality healthcare for every pregnant woman and newborn.
  • To provide dignified and respectful care that maintains privacy and confidentiality.
  • To enforce zero tolerance for denial of services at public health facilities.
  • To ensure comprehensive maternal and newborn care, spanning antenatal, delivery, and postnatal services.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

10 Oct 2019

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must be a pregnant woman

The applicant must be a pregnant woman.

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The applicant must be a mother (post-delivery) seeking…

The applicant must be a mother (post-delivery) seeking services at a public health facility.

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Newborns aged 0 to 6 months can avail…

Newborns aged 0 to 6 months can avail this scheme's benefits.

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Lactating mothers, up to 6 months after delivery,…

Lactating mothers, up to 6 months after delivery, are also eligible.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan Yojana provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

Under SUMAN, beneficiaries are entitled to the following free and cashless services at designated public health facilities: Maternal Health Services

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At least 4 Antenatal Care (ANC) check-ups, including…

At least 4 Antenatal Care (ANC) check-ups, including one during the first trimester

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At least one check-up under the Pradhan Mantri…

At least one check-up under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)

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Free, cashless normal delivery and Caesarean section (C-section)

Free, cashless normal delivery and Caesarean section (C-section)

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Management of pregnancy-related complications Newborn & Infant Care

Management of pregnancy-related complications Newborn & Infant Care

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Free care for sick newborns and infants

Free care for sick newborns and infants

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Zero-dose vaccinations (per the government schedule)

Zero-dose vaccinations (per the government schedule)

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6 Home-Based Newborn Care (HBNC) visits

6 Home-Based Newborn Care (HBNC) visits

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Early initiation and support for breastfeeding Transport &…

Early initiation and support for breastfeeding Transport & Logistics

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Free transport from home to the health facility

Free transport from home to the health facility

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Inter-facility referral transport

Inter-facility referral transport

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A drop-back facility after discharge Other Entitlements

A drop-back facility after discharge Other Entitlements

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Free drugs, diagnostics, and blood services

Free drugs, diagnostics, and blood services

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Postnatal care and counselling, including family planning

Postnatal care and counselling, including family planning

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Respectful maternity care that ensures dignity, privacy, and…

Respectful maternity care that ensures dignity, privacy, and choice

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Zero out-of-pocket expenditure for all entitled services

Zero out-of-pocket expenditure for all entitled services

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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A valid identity document, such as an Aadhaar…

A valid identity document, such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, driving licence, or voter ID card.

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Details of the woman's pregnancy issued by the…

Details of the woman's pregnancy issued by the concerned hospital.

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Proof of residential address

Proof of residential address.

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Any other document the authorities may require

Any other document the authorities may require.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2019-10-10

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan Yojana through the offline application process outlined below.

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Individuals must visit civil hospitals in their area…

Individuals must visit civil hospitals in their area to register for the PM SUMAN Yojana, fulfilling the eligibility criteria and submitting the required documents.

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Civil hospitals across all districts follow the Health…

Civil hospitals across all districts follow the Health Ministry's mandated rules; where discrepancies arise, individuals can log a complaint on the SUMAN website, submitting the relevant identity documents. Grievance Redressal Grievances can be registered through: The 104 toll-free helpline The SUMAN web portal Facility-level

Helpdesk: s Time-bound resolution (within 21 days)

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References